Iran loses to India in the Kabaddi World Cup final

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October 22, 2016 - 19:49

Iran finished in second place after losing to powerhouse India 38-29 in the Kabaddi World Cup final on Saturday.

Seven-time defending champions Indians proved their supremacy after trailing 12-18 at the half-time in Ahmedabad, India.

Star raider Ajay Thakur emerged as the key player for the team as he guided team to this scintillating win with his crucial 12 points. Although Iranian skipper Meraj Sheykh gave a tough fight with his 5 points, but couldn't take his team to be at the winning side.

Speaking after the victory, Ajay declared, "India is always number one in kabaddi." He added, "This is the most wonderful moment of my career."

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  • Nikhil Sood (India)
    2016-10-22 20:05
    Well played Iran, and congratulations for being runner-ups in the Kabaddi worldcup. Thank you for all the entertainment, I loved Iranian spirits in the final match.
  • Aditya
    2016-10-22 20:14
    Well played Iran for playing such a wonderful match and giving heart sinking moments to entire India. India might have won the trophy but team Iran won a billion heart, Kind f sportsperson spirit shown by Mehraj sheikh and his boys was heart touching, how all players hugged Indian players was the best moment of the match. Love you team Iran and waiting to see some of the top players to play in Pro Kabaddi league. Thanks a lot.
  • Konark
    2016-10-22 20:22
    India & Iran played extremely well. India won the game and Iran won the hearts with their sportsman spirit. -- wishes from India
  • Manish Sharma
    2016-10-22 20:29
    Iran is a fine team and congratulations to team Iran for fantastic play,they beat India in the first half
  • sandepbaliga
    2016-10-22 20:47
    Congratulations to our Iranian brothers also to come final , wish you very best of luck next time , god bless you
  • Rajat
    2016-10-22 21:16
    Well played Iran...hope to see more nail bitting matches b/w India and Iran in future...love and respect from India...LE PANGAAAA!!
  • Raghu Sapam
    2016-10-22 21:29
    congrats from india,my dear iran brothers.u played very well.
  • chandu
    2016-10-22 21:59
    Well played. The spirit of the game was uplifted with the efforts of the players from Iran and India.
  • Sirius Sam
    2016-10-22 22:58
    Salute to my Iranian friends. You have taught every kabaddi player a lesson that kabaddi as a game needs to evolve, a new terminology "Iranian Defence" should be added in the guide books of kabaddi. Its a treat watching you guys play. You guys are just mercurial, have excellent temperament, attitude and playing style. Whatever be the result, your players are true champions. Lots of love and respect from India.
  • sudhanshu
    2016-10-23 01:56
    Well played Iran specially Miraz you rocked it man in 1st ..Irani defeder is the best in the tournament
  • Tanuj
    2016-10-23 07:34
    Real ambassador of Islamic Republic of Iran @Iran kabadi team
  • Karan
    2016-10-23 07:38
    Iranian and Indian both teams played excellent throughout the championship and shown their dedication and love for kabaddi. At last kabaddi won the heart of the world.
  • surender_rao
    2016-10-23 09:07
    Congratulations to Iranian team for a wonderful display. I'm sure sooner than later Iran will become world champions.
  • Suman Kalyan Dutta
    2016-10-24 14:27
    Kabbadi is a Indian village sport. We are happy that India became WC Champion BUT we're surprised the way foreign teams adapted the Indian game in such a way, as if they're very familiar with Kabbadi for a long long time. Overall, Iran is the best. Becoming Runners-Up is not a big issue but the way they played....their defensive strategy, blocking power, counter attack is marvellous. I think Indo-Iran Kabaddi Test should be introduced by both countries, it'll benefit both the teams and Iranian players can participate in our Pro-Kabbadi league. I hope Iran will introduce a Pro-Kabbadi league. Best Wishes to both the teams and expect more kabbadi actions from Iran & India.
  • R. MANIVARMAN
    2016-10-25 08:26
    I proudly call Iranian as 'our brothers'. They may not won the final but they won crores of Indian's hearts. Really they are great players. Their behavior with other teams are really great. GREAT SALUTE YOU IRAN.

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